Performance Feedback Manager Training

Give Managers the Words, Tools, and Confidence to Lead Conversations That Drive Performance

The Challenge  

Most managers want to give feedback, but don’t know how to say it without making things worse. So they hesitate. High performers miss the recognition they deserve, and struggling employees stay in the dark until it’s too late.

This workshop changes that.

Managers gain a clear, repeatable way to say what matters—early, honestly, and constructively. Managers learn exactly what to say, how to say it, and how to address performance—without triggering defensiveness or avoiding the issue. Whether recognizing strengths, correcting behavior, or improving results, they’ll leave with the confidence to speak up early, coach in the moment, and guide performance forward.

Who It’s For:  Managers at all levels—from new supervisors to experienced leaders who want to sharpen their approach.

 

Key Takeaways

Craft Personalized Feedback
Create tailored, specific feedback for each team member to support growth and performance.

Say What Matters—Clearly and Effectively
Learn how to give feedback that’s sayable and hearable—so it lands with clarity, not conflict.

Recognize Strengths and Positive Impact
Help employees understand the value they bring—boosting engagement, motivation, and retention.

Address Issues Early—Before They Escalate
Use simple, practical tools to speak up in the moment, so concerns don’t become patterns.

Manage Complex or Long-Term Performance Challenges
Navigate tough conversations with structure, fairness, and a focus on moving forward—not dwelling on the past.

Minimize Defensive Reactions
Apply neuroscience-backed techniques to reduce resistance and build trust—even when the message is tough.

 

Here’s What We Cover

We keep it practical and real. These five focus areas give managers the tools and wording to handle everyday feedback moments—and the tough ones—with more confidence and clarity.

Give In-the-Moment Feedback

Learn our simple, sayable approach to speak up early—before small issues become bigger ones. It’s the go-to formula for feedback that feels easy, natural, and actually works

 

Evaluate Strengths and Gaps

Use our Employee Performance Continuum to assess both results and behaviors—so you can quickly identify strengths, growth areas, and where support is needed most. It’s a clear, practical way to sharpen feedback and focus development.

 

Recognize Strengths and Positive Impact

Don’t let great work go unnoticed. Use our framework to give specific, motivating feedback that helps employees see the value they bring—boosting engagement, confidence, and retention.

 

Clarify Performance Gaps

Use our Root Cause Analysis to unpack what’s really going on—by separating facts from assumptions, spotting patterns, and getting to the core of performance problems. It’s a fair, structured way to bring clarity to tough conversations.

Future-Focused Feedback

Our Turnaround Method helps you say the hard stuff—without triggering defensiveness. Learn how to shift feedback from criticism to forward-focused expectations that are clear, actionable, and easier to say and hear.

10-Minute Check-In

Our 10-Minute Questions approach makes performance conversations simple, focused, and effective—helping managers and employees align on strengths, growth areas, and next steps in just minutes.

 

Have Questions?

Schedule a 30-minute call for an opportunity to ask questions. We'll listen to help understand and clarify your target goals, and if there's alignment, that's fantastic! If not, no worries – we don't push our services. You'll still benefit from gaining clarity on your challenges and receiving guidance towards potential solutions. 

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